We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Sorrento, Italy. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated January 2024.
Ara Maris has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and terrace in Sorrento. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 200 metres from the city centre and 600 metres from Marameo Beach. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Ara Maris the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Peter's Beach is 600 metres from Ara Maris, while Leonelli's Beach is 700 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Naples International Airport, 50 km from the hotel.Show full description
Elegant. Stylish. Friendly staff. On a rock overlooking the Bay of Naples, the Vittoria includes 3 historic buildings set in a private Mediterranean park. The property's entrance is in Sorrento’s main square. A lift links directly to the harbour. Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria's La Serra spa is complete with hot tubs and massage rooms. The outdoor swimming pool with hydromassage area is set on a sun terrace with free parasols, sun beds and deck chairs. With elegant parquet or tiled floors, all rooms come with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some rooms offer a balcony overlooking the bay, or the beautiful Mediterranean gardens. There are several top-quality restaurants on site, and an elegant bar with sea views. Entertainment and live music are organised regularly. Breakfast is a varied sweet and savoury buffet. Private parking with valet service is available on site. A pick up service from Napoli Train Station is available on request.Show full description
Nice style. Creative. Rooftop restaurant. Set in the centre of Sorrento and boasting a sun terrace and heated outdoor pool with views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, Grand Hotel La Favorita offers accommodation with a balcony. Wi-Fi is free. The 5-star hotel is located 1 km from Sorrento Harbour where guests can catch ferries to the island of Capri. Air-conditioned rooms at the Hotel La Favorita feature Vietri tiles, a satellite TV and minibar. The private bathroom comes with slippers, a hairdryer and free toiletries. An Italian buffet breakfast is provided daily. The à la carte restaurant specialises in Mediterranean dishes with typical products from Sorrento, while the bar serves snacks and a selection of cocktails. Positano is a 30-minute drive away. When staying more than 2 nights, a welcome drink is offered.Show full description
Creative. Elegant. Offering panoramic views across the Gulf of Naples, Bellevue Syrene is an elegant choice for your stay in Sorrento. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi throughout. This 18th-century villa combines classic architecture with modern design. Each room is air conditioned and features a balcony overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Rooms also come with satellite TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Hotel Bellevue Syrene serves only the highest quality cuisine from the Campania region in its 2 restaurants, 1 of which with a sea-view terrace. The hotel includes a private sunbathing deck and a lounge bar with live piano music. Drinks and snacks are free in the club lounge between the hours of 10:00 and 20:00. Sorrento centre is just a 5-minute walk away. The Circumvesuviana Station is 10 minutes away on foot, from here you can catch the bus along the coast to Positano, or the train to Pompeii and Naples.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Featuring a private on-site beach and lush, palm-filled gardens, the Grand Hotel Royal is located on a cliff top in central Sorrento. It has an outdoor pool and panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples and Vesuvius. The rooms offer views of the sea, the gardens, or the town. Classically decorated with Sorrentine wooden furniture, each room has free WiFi and most include a marble bathroom and a balcony. In high season, guests enjoy free access to the beach, and free use of parasols, sun beds and beach towels. Inside, the lounges feature antique furniture, marbled staircases and crystal chandeliers. Grand Hotel Royal offers a complete gastronomic experience. It includes different on-site restaurants and bars serving regional and classic Italian cuisine. Several have panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Circumvesuviana Railway Station, which connects Sorrento with Naples, 50 km away. Pompeii and the Vesuvius National Park are a 40-minute drive away.Show full description
Central. Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Featuring a furnished deck and a pool, Hotel Plaza is set in the centre of Sorrento. It offers modern rooms, a restaurant, and free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms at the Plaza include satellite flat-screen TV and air conditioning. Some include a private balcony, while the private bathroom has free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel Plaza is near Piazza Tasso, the town main square, and the Circumvesuviana Railway Station is only 200 meters away. Restaurants, bars, shops and public transport are all nearby.Show full description
This small hotel has a popular rooftop bar and a unique rooftop pool!
Superb breakfast. Friendly staff. Popular among business travellers. Hotel Antiche Mura is set just off Piazza Tasso in the heart of Sorrento. It features a citrus garden with a swimming pool. Wi-Fi access is completely free. The helpful staff at Antiche Mura welcome you as family. They are always there to help. Pick up maps of the area, public transport schedules, and tourist information at reception. A generous American buffet breakfast is included in your room rate. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, while the rooms also have free wired internet access. Around the pool you will find free sun loungers, umbrellas and beach towels. There is both an American bar and a poolside bar. The property features 1 of the 4 ancient towers of Sorrento. Discounts apply for longer stays.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and amazing staff.
Highly elegant. Stylish. Great restaurant. Facing the beachfront, Hotel Lorelei Londres offers 5-star accommodation in Sorrento and has a garden, terrace and restaurant. Ideally located in the Sorrento City Centre district, this hotel provides a bar, as well as a hot tub. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. Free WiFi is accessible to all guests, while certain rooms also offer a balcony. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. Popular points of interest near Hotel Lorelei Londres include Peter's Beach, Marameo Beach and Leonelli's Beach. The nearest airport is Naples International Airport, 49 km from the accommodation.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Sorrento.
Elegant. Comfortable beds. Cosy rooms. The luxury Grand Hotel Ambasciatori is perched on a cliff overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea in Sorrento. Offering views of the Bay of Naples from its rooftop terrace, it also has a private beach, garden with pool and free WiFi. Decorated with stucco ceilings, all rooms are very elegant and come with antique furniture and chairs or armchairs. Each one has an LCD TV and a balcony, some with beautiful sea views. Hotel Ambasciatori has a private beach with sunbathing terrace. In high season, guests enjoy free access to the beach, as well as free use of deck chairs, parasols and towels. A tennis court is available in the property's surroundings. Restaurant Le Muse serves traditional Italian, Neapolitan and international cuisine. Meals are served in the elegant dining room or on the terrace, both with views of the sea. There are 3 bars, one in the building, one by the pool, one at the bottom of the cliff. Snacks, drinks and cocktails, are available day and night. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Piazza Tasso, Sorrento’s main square. The pier for ferries to Capri island can be reached on foot in 15 minutes.Show full description
Very central. Great location. Palazzo Guardati is one of the oldest noble buildings in Sorrento. Just 20 metres from central Piazza Tasso, the hotel offers views of the harbour and the Bay of Naples. The bus and the shuttle stops for the harbour are also 20 metres from Palazzo Guardati. In the surrounding area you will find many restaurants, bars and boutiques. Palazzo Guardati is furnished with marble bathrooms, parquet floors, period furniture, and Murano-glass chandeliers. Rooms are elegant and set over 3 floors. Some offer views of the bay. The best views at Palazzo Guardati are from the roof terrace, where you can relax on sun loungers and enjoy a drink from the bar. Buffet breakfast is served in an air-conditioned room.Show full description
Rooftop restaurant. Great breakfast. Offering panoramic views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, the 4-star Hotel Continental has a central location 50 metres from Sorrento’s seafront and features an outdoor pool. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout. Air-conditioned rooms at the Continental Hotel feature wooden furniture and include a satellite flat-screen TV and an ensuite bathroom with bathrobes and a hairdryer. Most feature a balcony, and some overlook the Mediterranean Sea. Restaurant La Terrazza serves Italian and international cuisines, plus fresh fish specialities. At the bar, you can enjoy classic cocktails. Private lifts take guests down to a well-equipped beach, and you can use the hotel’s gym or book a massage. The multilingual staff can organise tours in the surroundings, as well as airport shuttles. The property is just a 10-minute walk from the main square, Piazza Tasso and Sorrento Train Station, where guests can catch trains to Naples.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Cosy rooms. Make yourself at home at Maison La Minervetta. Its cliff-top setting in Sorrento means that you have breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. You are invited to relax in the communal lounge that opens out onto the terrace, fully equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas and sofas. The terrace is complete with a large hot tub and Mediterranean plants and flowers. Your room is bright and spacious with large windows, some from floor to ceiling. Choose the Junior Suite and in addition you will find 2 panoramic balconies. Start your day with a delicious, homemade breakfast on the terrace. The friendly team of staff at La Minervetta will be on hand to offer you tourist information and recommendations. They can reserve a sun lounger for you at the private beach just 200 metres away. Private steps take you down to the fishing village of Marina Grande, where you will find a range of typical restaurants.Show full description
I rate this as the most creative and stylish central luxury hotel in Sorrento.
Great views. Great restaurant. The Imperial Hotel Tramontano, set in the centre of Sorrento, features a terrace with views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. It also includes a garden with an outdoor swimming pool and air-conditioned rooms. Elegant-style rooms at the Tramontano Hotel have parquet floors or decorated tiles, and each comes with a satellite flat-screen TV and minibar. Some rooms offer views of the sea or the garden. The à la carte restaurant serves traditional, Neapolitan cuisine in a sea-view dining room, and meals are prepared with seasonal ingredients. Drinks and light meals are available at the poolside bar. The grounds also include a 16th-century chapel, and a lift goes directly to a partner beach. Sorrento Train Station, where guests can catch trains to Naples, is a 5-minute drive away. The Amalfi Coast is 30 km away.Show full description
Cool. Central. Very clean. Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto offers spacious rooms, panoramic views, and a rooftop garden with swimming pool. With a central position in Sorrento, the beach is just a 10-minute walk away. Wi-Fi is free throughout. The Grand Hotel's 120 rooms come with air conditioning, a satellite TV, and a minibar. Each has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and bath or shower. Most rooms have a balcony. Breakfast is a varied buffet, and tasty snacks are available at the bar throughout the day. The restaurant specialises in regional and international cuisine. From the Cesare Augusto you can walk to the nearby Piazza Tasso, and enjoy shopping in the many boutiques that surround the hotel. You will be near public transport and the Circumvesuviana train.Show full description
This hotel has exceptional cleanliness and a great location in Sorrento.
Super central. Very clean. Great location. Nestled in the historic centre, this 4-star hotel offers a garden and sun terrace, 200 metres from Sorrento's picturesque coast. All air-conditioned rooms feature flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. Sun loungers and parasols are provided on Hotel Astoria's relaxing sun terrace. Guests have free use of an outdoor pool at the Hotel Ascot, just a 5-minute walk away. All rooms have blue and yellow furnishings and brightly coloured tiled floors. Each room comes with a tea/coffee maker and a minibar. Some rooms feature a balcony. Breakfast is a continental buffet, with sweet pastries, cheeses and cold meats. Restaurants and cafés are located within a 10-minute walk of the hotel. Boats to the islands of Ischia and Capri leave from the harbour, 850 metres from Hotel Astoria Sorrento. It is a 10-minute walk to the train station, for connections to Naples.Show full description
This is likely the most CENTRAL central luxury hotel in Sorrento. It also has a central location!
Very clean. Located in Sorrento centre, near the Mediterranean Sea, Rota Suites offers modern air-conditioned apartments with free Wi-Fi and a balcony. Circumvesuviana Train Station is 15 minutes' walk away. The property is a pleasant walk along the coastal road from Piazza Tasso, Sorrento's central square, and the port for ferries to the islands of Capri and Ischia. All apartments at Rota Suites have been completely renovated. They are decorated in neutral colours and feature a kitchenette and a TV with satellite channels. Guests can catch the train to Pompeii and Naples or a coach along the Amalfi Coast from the station nearby. At certain times of the year, accommodation is only available for stays of 3 or more nights.Show full description
Rooftop pool. Set in the heart of Sorrento just a 3-minute walk from the seaside, Grand Hotel de la Ville offers a rooftop terrace with swimming pool, facing the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. All rooms have a balcony. WiFi is free. Furnished with traditional Sorrento-style furnishings, each room comes with air conditioning. Some rooms overlook the gardens, and some offer views of the sea. Restaurant L’Altea specialises in Campania recipes and international dishes. Breakfast is served in the elegant garden. Drinks and snacks are served on the terrace and in the garden, where barbecues are also organised. The elegant Grand Hotel is just 500 metres from the main harbour and 200 metres from Sorrento Train Station. The nearest bus stop is just 50 metres away.Show full description
Great value. Rooftop bar. Set in the centre of Sorrento, Hotel Michelangelo features air-conditioned rooms and an outdoor swimming pool. Sorrento train station is 200 metres away on foot. Rooms here come with wooden furniture and tiled floors. They are provided with a private bathroom with bath or shower, TV, and a minibar. The hotel’s restaurant serves different menus every day. It features 2 dining rooms offering traditional Neapolitan cuisine. An extensive sweet and savoury breakfast buffet is available in the morning. The city’s harbour, which offers ferry links to the Gulf of Naples, is less than 900 meters away . Show full description
Trendy. Great views. Rooftop bar. Featuring panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, Hotel Regina is in Sorrento’s historical centre. It offers free internet and air-conditioned rooms with satellite LCD TV. Refurbished in 2011, rooms at the Regina come with a minibar and parquet flooring. Some have views of the Gulf of Naples. On-site facilities include an outdoor fitness area. A buffet breakfast is provided every morning from 7:00 until 10:30, served on the sea-view terrace in fine weather. Sorrento has many restaurants serving Neapolitan cuisine and thick-crust pizza. Staff can provide maps, travel information, and lots of tourist tips. Guests can book cooking classes or sightseeing tours,and arrange private transfers. Piazza Tasso is 500 metres from the property. Sorrento’s beaches are 200 metres away.Show full description
Creative. Cool. Great value. Surrounded by Mediterranean greenery, Hotel Hotel Conca Park overlooks the historic centre and the ancient walls of Sorrento. This zero-waste hotel features a wellness centre and an outdoor swimming pool. All air-conditioned rooms at Hotel Conca Park are simply furnished and come with free WiFi and a private bathroom. Some rooms have views of the city of Sorrento and the bay of Naples. The wellness centre is complete with hydromassage pools and showers, as well as a Turkish bath. A range of relaxing massages and beauty treatments is also available. The international buffet breakfast includes traditional local products and egg dishes, specially prepared by the hotel's bakers and pastry chefs. Dinner is served in 2 elegant restaurants offering classic Sorrentine dishes. Sorrento Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the property, while Positano is 17 km away.Show full description
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